There are openings in all areas of the music program. Join up today!
Please contact: Bruce Mauro
Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs with thankfulness in your hearts to God.
~Colossians 3:16
EACH OF US, as members of the body of Christ at Our Lady of Mount Virgin Church, provides an important ministry to each other through our “full, conscious, and active participation” in the prayers of the Mass, both spoken and sung. It is an inspiring experience to be part of a large group of people raising their hearts and voices in enthusiastic prayer to the Lord, especially sung prayer. All members of the assembly are cordially invited and encouraged to join their voice into our prayer through song. An ancient proverb reminds us that those who sing, pray twice.
O sing a new song to the Lord, sing to the Lord all the earth. O sing to the Lord, bless God’s name.”
~Psalm 96:1-2
The ADULT CHOIR serves God and the people of Our Lady of Mount Virgin Church through music at the 10:00am Sunday Mass and special occasions. Assisting “full, conscious, and active participation” by providing a foundation for the singing of the assembly, the choir also sings the verses in some of the responsorial music (music which includes parts for both the choir or cantor and the assembly), as well as music intended for choir alone. This music includes a wide repertoire from both the past and present and from different musical styles. The choir is open to all men and women of high school age and older who have a love for singing and can match pitches. Rehearsals are in the choir room every Wednesday evening from 7:00 to 9:00pm, September through June.
The CHILDREN’S CHOIR sings at the 10:00 am Sunday Mass, once a month, as well as at the 4:00pm Christmas Eve Mass, at the 10:00 am Mass on Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion, and on Easter. Like the adult choir, this group assists “full, conscious, and active participation” by providing a foundation for the singing of the assembly. It also sings the verses in some of the responsorial music, as well as music intended for choir alone.
The CANTOR GUILD is made up of the volunteer cantors at all parish weekend and holy day Masses. The cantors have two primary responsibilities. First, they encourage and assist the singing of the assembly, thus promoting “full, conscious, and active participation.” Secondly, they sing the verses in responsorial music, such as the responsorial psalm, the gospel acclamation, and the communion song. In order to fulfill this important ministry, cantors need singing ability and an inviting presence. Recordings are provided to assist in learning the music and individual rehearsals are planned to make final preparations for Mass. Membership in the choir is not necessary, but is strongly encouraged.